A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Hartford and the Hartford County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hartford
40 repair companies serve Hartford from within 30 miles. 9 of them are based in Hartford itself, and the rest are spread across Glastonbury (5), New Britain (5), and West Hartford (3). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Hartford CT, around 0.6 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.6, 0.7 |
First up for Hartford: A Action Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in West Hartford, 4.5 stars from 166 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair UTSP LLC (5.5 miles away, based in Glastonbury, 5.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KJ Brands Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in New Britain, 4.7 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hartford quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Hartford, CT
Washer calls in Hartford most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
Installing, repairing and maintaining gas piping and approved gas appliances requires a state heating, piping and cooling license (such as the G-1/G-2 gas license or a broader B, D or S license) issued through the Department of Consumer Protection. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
Questions to Ask a Hartford Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hartford, CT
Why won't my washer drain?
Do you cover Hartford and nearby towns?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Hartford technician can then plan for both on one visit.